Saturday's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup: Harry Maguire, Samuel Umtiti, Leonardo Bonucci

Manchester City confirmed their status as the dominant side in English football by becoming the first team to retain the Premier League title in a decade last season, holding off a fierce challenge from Liverpool to finish on 98 points.

Nonetheless, manager Pep Guardiola is looking to further bolster his options in an attempt to challenge for the Champions League next season, and here Sports Mole rounds up the latest news regarding possible comings and goings at the Etihad Stadium.

Saturday morning's headlines:

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Manchester City 'approach Barcelona over Samuel Umtiti move'

Manchester City make preliminary contact with Barcelona over a potential deal for Samuel Umtiti, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola hoping for Leroy Sane stay The back-to-back champions have a central defender less following the departure of Vincent Kompany. Read more.

Blackburn Rovers looking to loan Manchester City youngster Tosin Adarabioyo? Blackburn Rovers are reportedly looking to secure a loan deal for Manchester City defender Tosin Adarabioyo. Read more.

Manchester City want to sign Leonardo Bonucci this summer? Manchester City could move for Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci in this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

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Leicester City set Manchester United deadline for Harry Maguire deal

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers says that there will be a time limit set for any deal to take Harry Maguire away from the King Power Stadium. Read more.